Knife Set
A knife set is the best way to get all the different styles
of cutlery to complete any kitchen. It is also a great way to purchase
expensive, quality knives – often if you purchase a set you will
get a better deal on individual pieces than if you’d bought them
separately.
A knife set usually includes a chef knife, cleaver, boning knife, bread
knife, serrated utility knife, multiple steak knives, boning knife,
and a paring knife. Each blade has its specialized uses in the kitchen
during the food preparation process. Different cooks and chefs also
have differing knife standards.
A knife set also differs depending on their maker. For example, Wusthof
and Henckels are both very fine German knife makers using a lot of the
same high quality traditions and materials. A Henckels chef knife rocks
at the return (the area of the knife where the heel meets the bolster),
but a Wusthof stops. If you’re serious about your kitchen blades,
the best way to buy knives is to go somewhere where you can try out
the knife you have your eye on and see if it matches your personal knife
skills.